Serving 583 students in grades 5-6, Melillo Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melillo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Melillo Middle School's student population of 583 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melillo Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melillo Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3059 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melillo Middle School's ranking?
Melillo Middle School is ranked #3059 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Melillo Middle School often compared to?
Melillo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thompson Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Melillo Middle School?
583 students attend Melillo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Melillo Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melillo Middle School?
Melillo Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melillo Middle School offer ?
Melillo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Melillo Middle School part of?
Melillo Middle School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
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